Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content Core Views - In the short term, due to the continuous fermentation of the policy expectations of "anti - involution" and eliminating backward production capacity, risk appetite rises, but corporate profits have not significantly improved, so be cautious about the short - term rebound of stock index futures and protect the profits of long positions; the end of the grace period for the US equivalent tariff policy is approaching, and trade agreements have been reached with important trading partners, leading to a significant decline in risk aversion, so gold may continue to adjust after the end of the rebound, and short positions can be attempted. In the medium to long term, the valuation of stock indices is dragged down by the decline in corporate profit growth at the molecular end, and the support at the denominator end comes from the rise in risk appetite, so the stock index maintains a wide - range oscillation; the US may reach more trade agreements, risk aversion declines significantly, and with the approaching of the Fed's July interest rate decision, gold may face a deep adjustment [47] Summary by Relevant Catalogs 1. Domestic and Foreign Macroeconomic Data - From January to June this year, the growth rate of fixed - asset investment continued to decline, the decline in real estate investment widened, and the growth rates of infrastructure and manufacturing investment slowed down. The year - on - year decline in new housing construction area narrowed, while the decline in commercial housing sales area and sales volume widened, indicating that real estate investment will still be restricted [5] 2. Stock Index and Gold Spot Price Trends - Not provided in the content 3. Stock Index Fundamental Data 3.1 Corporate Profit - Driven by the policy expectations of "anti - involution" and eliminating backward production capacity, commodity prices have risen continuously, which helps improve the profits of upstream raw material processing industries. However, downstream enterprises still face great operating pressure and are in the stage of active inventory reduction [20] 3.2 Capital - The balance of margin trading in the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock markets has continued to increase. The central bank conducted 1.6563 trillion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations and 400 billion yuan of MLF operations this week, achieving a net investment of 12.95 billion yuan [24] 4. Gold Fundamental Data 4.1 US Economic Indicators - In June, the US S&P Global Manufacturing PMI dropped from 59.2 to 49.5, while the Services PMI rose to 55.2, reaching a new high this year. The number of initial jobless claims has declined for 6 consecutive weeks, indicating that the US manufacturing activity has slowed down, but the labor market remains strong, and the 10 - year US Treasury yield is running at a high level [30][31] 4.2 Gold Inventory - The warehouse receipts and inventory of Shanghai gold futures have increased significantly, while the New York futures inventory has continued to decline, and the market's bullish sentiment has cooled down [45]

尿素日报 | 2025-07-25 政策面持续影响，上游去库速率减弱 市场分析 价格与基差：2025-07-24，尿素主力收盘1785元/吨（+12）；河南小颗粒出厂价报价：1830 元/吨（0）；山东地区小 颗粒报价：1810元/吨（-20）；江苏地区小颗粒报价：1820元/吨（-20）；小块无烟煤750元/吨（+0），山东基差：25 元/吨（-32）；河南基差：45元/吨（-32）；江苏基差：35元/吨（-32）；尿素生产利润280元/吨（-20），出口利润1079 元/吨（-3）。 供应端：截至2025-07-24，企业产能利用率83.59%（0.08%）。样本企业总库存量为85.88 万吨（-3.67），港口样本 库存量为54.30 万吨（+0.20）。 需求端：截至2025-07-24，复合肥产能利用率33.58%（+1.03%）；三聚氰胺产能利用率为65.20%（+0.96%）；尿素 企业预收订单天数5.94日（-0.12）。 政府公布"反内卷、淘汰落后产能"等宏观政策，持续影响尿素市场，下游受情绪带动，宏观面对价格有一定提振。 尿素装置检修较少，开工高位运行，供应端压力持续。下游农业需求推进放缓 ...

Group 1: Agricultural Products Price Index - The wholesale and retail price indices for agricultural products in Zibo have shown a decline this week, with notable fluctuations in vegetables and fruits [1][2][3] - Cabbage prices increased, with a wholesale average of 0.80 yuan per jin, up 0.10 yuan per jin (14.29%) from last week, due to reduced supply and seasonal factors [1] - Tomato prices decreased, with a wholesale average of 2.20 yuan per jin, down 0.10 yuan per jin (4.35%), attributed to increased supply from greenhouses [1] - Eggplant prices rose significantly, with a wholesale average of 1.20 yuan per jin, up 0.30 yuan per jin (33.33%), due to reduced supply from weather conditions [2] - Cabbage prices also increased, with a wholesale average of 0.70 yuan per jin, up 0.20 yuan per jin (40%), due to reduced inventory [2] - Pear prices decreased slightly, with a wholesale average of 3.23 yuan per jin, down 0.02 yuan per jin (0.62%), as the market remains stable [3] Group 2: Chemical Products Price Index - The Zibo chemical products price index is at 717.63, down 0.77 from the previous period, indicating a slight decline [4] - The basic chemical products price index increased slightly to 704.03, up 0.04, due to market confidence despite falling international oil prices [4] - The plastic products price index decreased to 747.10, down 2.51, influenced by weak demand and fluctuating raw material prices [4][5] - The rubber products price index increased to 548.32, up 8.70, driven by strong market conditions for synthetic rubber [5] Group 3: New Materials Price Index - The new materials price index is at 808.71, down 3.49 from the previous period, reflecting a downward trend [6] - The PC price index decreased to 766.04, down 3.78, due to stable raw material prices and limited demand [6] - The PET bottle chip price index increased to 907.91, up 11.00, supported by positive macroeconomic news despite cautious downstream demand [6] Group 4: Natural Gas Price Index - The average LNG market price in Zibo is 4562 yuan per ton, down 72 yuan per ton (1.55%) from last week, due to increased supply [7] - The liquid natural gas price index is expected to continue declining, while the pipeline natural gas index remains unchanged [7] Group 5: Cement Price Index - The average price for various types of cement in Zibo remains stable, with no significant changes reported [8]

Summary of Conference Call Notes Industry Overview - The conference call focused on the chemical and coal industries, discussing the impact of government policies and market dynamics on various sectors within these industries [1][2][4]. Key Points and Arguments Chemical Industry - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) is conducting assessments of outdated production capacity, particularly in Hunan, where the lifespan has been reduced to 20 years. This could lead to significant elimination of outdated capacity in the chemical sector, enhancing market confidence in future profit reversals [1][2]. - In the soda ash industry, natural soda ash is expected to increase its market share to 60% due to environmental advantages, aiding in price recovery. Companies to watch include Yuanxing Energy and Zhongyan Chemical [1][2]. - The urea industry has an operating rate exceeding 80%, with about 30% of old facilities over 20 years old. The elimination of outdated capacity is expected to benefit supply-demand balance, with a focus on companies like Hualu Hengsheng and Hubei Yihua [1][2]. - Glyphosate and glufosinate prices are showing signs of bottoming out, driven by low overseas inventory and seasonal demand peaks. Domestic and international companies are voluntarily halting production, which may lead to price increases. Key companies include Jiangshan Co., Xingfa Group, and Lier Chemical [1][3]. - The organic silicon sector is experiencing strong demand, with DMC apparent demand growth exceeding 20% year-on-year from January to May. The industry operating rate is around 70%, and if this growth continues, rates may exceed 80% in the second half of the year. Companies to monitor include Xin'an Chemical and Xingfa Group [1][3]. Coal Industry - The coal industry is responding to overproduction issues through regulatory measures. A recent document from the Energy Bureau indicates that production exceeding approved capacities will be scrutinized, marking the beginning of a "de-involution" phase aimed at reducing excessive competition and improving resource utilization [4][5]. - The coal market has seen a relatively loose supply-demand balance this year, with prices declining until a slight rebound in late June due to seasonal demand. The current price range of 600-650 RMB/ton is seen as a price floor, with expectations that further declines are unlikely [5][7][8]. - The policies implemented are primarily focused on managing production rather than capacity, similar to past measures taken to address severe oversupply issues. The current market is not in a state of excess, with overproduction mainly observed in Xinjiang [6]. Construction Materials Industry - The construction materials sector is experiencing a "de-involution" phenomenon, characterized by overcapacity leading to intensified price competition. Companies are collaborating to limit production and stabilize prices, particularly in the cement and glass industries [9][10]. - The future focus for the cement industry includes strict enforcement of production limits and carbon emission management, with expectations for stricter policies starting in 2026 [12]. Lithium Carbonate Market - The lithium carbonate market is facing significant internal competition, with production costs varying widely. Prices have dropped from a peak of 600,000 RMB/ton to a low of 60,000 RMB/ton, leading to many hard rock lithium mines operating at a loss. The government aims to increase self-sufficiency in strategic resources, which may lead to supply-side adjustments [15][16]. - Companies to watch in the current market environment include Zhongkuang Resources, which is expected to stabilize its business valuation as prices recover. Other companies with lighter historical burdens, like Shenxinfu, are also worth monitoring [17]. Other Important Insights - The overall sentiment in the chemical and coal industries is cautiously optimistic, with expectations for price recovery and improved profitability as outdated capacities are phased out and regulatory measures take effect [1][2][4][8]. - The construction materials sector is anticipated to benefit from economic recovery and demand rebound, presenting potential investment opportunities [14].

对光伏温度的直观感受，有时往往比数据来得更直观和真实。 7月23日傍晚，在从上海虹桥飞往山西大同的航班上，据赶碳号观察，除了少量暑期出游的人，有相当 多的人，是光伏行业半年会的参会人员。 坐在笔者边上和前排的，就是一家上海本地的专注二级市场的私募。这位年轻人不停地与过道上经过的 熟人打着招呼。细问才知道，他们团队以前主要关注消费，比如生猪什么的，并非电新行业。 现在主 要是"光伏最近挺火，想过来学习学习"，看看有什么投资机会。和他抱有同样想法的人，应该不在少 数。无论生猪还是光伏，都是强周期行业。 春江水暖，私募先知，券商先知。 此次半年会，和温州、宜宾不同，赶碳号没有打听到外界之前所盛传的反内卷专题闭门会。唯一的行业 协会组织的闭门会，似乎就是光储应用专业委员会成立大会。 毕竟，一方面反内卷已经上升到国家层面、政府层面，企业家们最近经常被召集进京开会，见面的机会 也多；另一方面，反内卷先反着，但业务也同样不能停，日子还要过，大家都在拼命地跑市场，冲销 售，一刻不停歇。 这段前言写得有点啰嗦，但却是当下真实的市场情绪。说一千道一万，雷声再大，只单方面解决供给侧 的问题恐怕仍然不行，需求如何解决呢？三四十万吨的 ...

Group 1: Report Summary - The report is a daily report on non-ferrous metals from the Commodity Research Institute, dated July 23, 2025 [2] - It covers various non-ferrous metals including copper, alumina, electrolytic aluminum, casting aluminum alloy, zinc, lead, nickel, stainless steel, industrial silicon, polysilicon, and lithium carbonate - It provides market reviews, important information, trading strategies, and price and related data for each metal Group 2: Market Reviews Copper - The Shanghai Copper 2509 contract closed at 79,590 yuan/ton, down 0.08%, with the Shanghai Copper Index adding 73 lots to 512,000 lots [2] - In the spot market, copper prices in the East China market were above 79,500 yuan/ton, suppressing downstream purchasing sentiment. In the South China market, inventory decreased but demand was low. In the North China market, demand expectations were not optimistic [2] Alumina - The Alumina 2509 contract fell 97 yuan to 3,355 yuan/ton, with positions decreasing by 19,393 lots to 388,300 lots [9] - Spot prices in various regions increased, with the Aladdin Alumina North Spot Composite up 40 yuan to 3,230 yuan [9] Electrolytic Aluminum - The Shanghai Aluminum 2508 contract fell 75 yuan/ton to 20,815 yuan/ton, with positions decreasing by 3,190 lots to 691,200 lots [17] - Spot prices in different regions decreased, and coal prices increased [17] Casting Aluminum Alloy - The Casting Aluminum Alloy 2511 contract fell 60 yuan to 20,155 yuan/ton, with positions decreasing by 520 lots to 11,008 lots [26] - Spot prices in various regions remained flat [26] Zinc - The Shanghai Zinc 2509 rose 0.5% to 22,975 yuan/ton, with the Shanghai Zinc Index adding 4,437 lots to 241,600 lots [33] - In the spot market, trading was light and the spot premium was weak [33] Lead - The Shanghai Lead 2509 fell 0.44% to 16,850 yuan/ton, with the Shanghai Lead Index adding 601 lots to 102,100 lots [40] - In the spot market, the price of regenerated refined lead was stable, and the willingness of holders to sell and downstream enterprises to buy was low [40] Nickel - The main contract of Shanghai Nickel, NI2509, fell 70 to 123,370 yuan/ton, with the index positions decreasing by 2,860 lots [46] - The premiums of Jinchuan Nickel, Russian Nickel, and Electrowon Nickel changed slightly [46] Stainless Steel - The main contract of stainless steel, SS2509, rose 10 to 12,900 yuan/ton, with the index positions increasing by 7,690 lots [53] - Spot prices of cold-rolled and hot-rolled stainless steel were reported [53] Industrial Silicon - The main contract of industrial silicon futures rose 0.58% to 9,525 yuan/ton after a sharp rise and fall [60] - Spot prices of industrial silicon increased significantly [61] Polysilicon - The main contract of polysilicon futures rose 5.5% to 50,080 yuan/ton after a sharp correction [66] - Spot prices of various types of polysilicon increased [66] Lithium Carbonate - The main contract of lithium carbonate, 2509, fell 2,940 to 69,380 yuan/ton, with the index positions decreasing by 27,082 lots, and the Guangzhou Futures Exchange warehouse receipts increasing by 665 to 10,754 tons [69] - Spot prices of electric carbon and industrial carbon increased [71] Group 3: Important Information - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology plans to introduce a stable growth plan for ten key industries including non-ferrous metals, aiming to adjust the structure, optimize supply, and eliminate backward production capacity [3][4][10][22][67] - In the second quarter of 2025, copper production increased, and several mining companies' copper production also grew [3][4] - Kazakhstan plans to double its copper production by 2030 [4] - Canada's Solaris Resources hopes its Warintza project will start production in 2030 [4] - Germany announced an investment plan of over 630 billion euros to boost the economy [4] - The 232 tariff on copper will take effect on August 1, with a 50% tariff rate [7] - Some trade-related agreements and negotiations are in progress, such as the US-Philippines trade agreement and the US-Thailand trade negotiation [19][22][47] Group 4: Trading Strategies Copper - Unilateral: Short-term bullish, copper prices are expected to be strong [12] - Arbitrage: Wait and see [12] - Options: Wait and see [12] Alumina - Unilateral: Short-term wide-range volatile [15] - Arbitrage: Wait and see [15] - Options: Wait and see [15] Electrolytic Aluminum - Unilateral: Short-term high-level volatile [24] - Arbitrage: Wait and see [24] - Options: Wait and see [24] Casting Aluminum Alloy - Unilateral: Volatile at a high level following aluminum prices [30] - Arbitrage: Consider cash-and-carry arbitrage when the cash-futures spread is above 300 - 400 yuan [31] - Options: Wait and see [31] Zinc - Unilateral: Short-term bullish, short-term long positions can be considered [39] Lead - Unilateral: At a relatively low price, long positions can be lightly tried under the cost support of secondary lead [43] - Arbitrage: Sell put options [44] - Options: Wait and see [44] Nickel - Unilateral: Short-term follow the macro atmosphere [49] - Arbitrage: Wait and see [50] - Options: Sell deep out-of-the-money put options [51] Stainless Steel - Unilateral: Volatile and bullish [57] - Arbitrage: Wait and see [58] Industrial Silicon - Unilateral: Close long positions [63] - Arbitrage: Reverse arbitrage for the 11th and 12th contracts, and positive arbitrage for the 11th and 10th contracts [65] - Options: Buy protective put options [63] Polysilicon - Unilateral: Short-term bullish, pay attention to the number of warehouse receipts [68] - Arbitrage: Reverse arbitrage for far-month contracts [68] - Options: None [68] Lithium Carbonate - Unilateral: Short-term follow the trend [74] - Arbitrage: Wait and see [75] - Options: Sell deep out-of-the-money put options [76] Group 5: Price and Related Data - The report provides daily data tables for each metal, including spot prices, futures prices, spreads, ratios, import and export profits, and inventory data [78][79][80][81][82][83][84][85][86][87] - It also includes various charts showing the trends of prices, spreads, and inventories over time [90][92][97][99][103][111][113][116][121][127][129][134][139][142][145][152][154][159][165][172][174][181][183][189][191]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - PVC: The supply - demand situation has weakened, with continuous inventory accumulation and declining downstream product start - up rates. New production capacity is expected to be put into operation, and domestic demand is affected by the real estate market. However, due to the influence of eliminating backward production capacity and short - term strong macro - policy and sentiment, it is expected to be oscillatingly strong before policy implementation. There is a risk of price decline if policy support is weak or sentiment cools down [8][10]. - Caustic soda: The futures price has strengthened due to the elimination of backward production capacity. Fundamentally, the alumina industry is stable, but the caustic soda inventory has increased, non - aluminum demand is weak, and new production capacity is expected to be put into operation. Before policy implementation, it is expected to be oscillatingly strong, and there is a risk of price decline if policy support is weak or sentiment cools down [9][10]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 First Part: Related Data 3.1.1 PVC - related Data - Futures prices: V2605 decreased by 97 yuan to 5466 yuan, a decline of 1.74%; V2509 decreased by 109 yuan to 5151 yuan, a decline of 2.07%; V2601 decreased by 105 yuan to 5269 yuan, a decline of 1.95% [4]. - Main contract positions: 865,000 lots, unchanged from the previous day, a decline of 0.02% [4]. - Warehouse receipts: 55,000 lots, unchanged [4]. - Basis and spread: V 9 - 1 spread decreased by 4 yuan to - 118 yuan, a change of 3.51%; V1 - 5 spread decreased by 8 yuan to - 197 yuan, a change of 4.23% [4]. - Spot prices: East China SG - 5 decreased by 40 yuan to 4960 yuan, a decline of 0.80%; South China SG - 5 increased by 10 yuan to 5010 yuan, an increase of 0.20% [4]. - Spot spreads: The South China - East China SG5 spread increased by 50 yuan to 50 yuan; the East China - North China SG5 spread decreased by 40 yuan to 240 yuan [4]. - Cost and profit: Wuhai calcium carbide remained at 2250 yuan; Shandong calcium carbide decreased by 50 yuan to 2730 yuan; Shandong's externally - purchased calcium carbide method profit increased by 88 yuan to - 293 yuan [4]. 3.1.2 Caustic Soda - related Data - Futures prices: SH508 decreased by 4 yuan to 2587 yuan, a decline of 0.15%; SH509 decreased by 14 yuan to 2644 yuan, a decline of 0.53%; SH601 decreased by 44 yuan to 2655 yuan, a decline of 1.63% [4]. - Main contract positions: 115,600 lots, a decrease of 14,100 lots from the previous day, a decline of 10.91% [4]. - Warehouse receipts: 0 lots, unchanged [4]. - Basis and spread: SH 8 - 9 spread increased by 10 yuan to - 57 yuan, a change of - 14.93%; SH9 - 1 spread increased by 30 yuan to - 11 yuan, a change of - 73.17% [4]. - Spot prices: Shandong 32% decreased by 10 yuan to 810 yuan, a decline of 1.22%; Xinjiang flake caustic soda increased by 150 yuan to 3100 yuan, an increase of 5.08% [4]. - Spot spreads: The Shandong 50% - 32% spread increased by 31 yuan to 159 yuan, an increase of 24.51%; the Guangdong flake caustic soda - Guangdong 50% spread increased by 3170 yuan to 3750 yuan, an increase of 546.55% [4]. - Cost and profit: Shandong raw salt price remained at 210 yuan; Shandong caustic soda profit decreased by 31 yuan to 643 yuan; 50% caustic soda export profit decreased by 2 yuan to - 61 yuan [4]. 3.2 Second Part: Market Analysis 3.2.1 Market Review - PVC: Changzhou SG - 5 spot price was 4960 - 5080 yuan/ton, a decrease of 40 yuan/ton; Guangzhou SG - 5 spot price was 5010 - 5080 yuan/ton, a change of + 10/ - 30 yuan/ton [5]. - Caustic soda: In Shandong, the mainstream transaction price of 32% ion - exchange membrane caustic soda decreased by 15 yuan/ton on average; the mainstream transaction price of 50% ion - exchange membrane caustic soda remained stable [6]. 3.2.2 Related News On July 24, 2025, the price of liquid chlorine from Shandong Xinf Fa increased by 100 yuan, with an ex - factory price of - 400 yuan [7]. 3.2.3 Logic Analysis - PVC: The supply - demand situation has weakened, with inventory accumulation and low downstream start - up rates. New production capacity is expected to be put into operation, and domestic demand is affected by real estate. The futures price has risen due to the elimination of backward production capacity. Before policy implementation, it is expected to be oscillatingly strong, and there is a risk of price decline if policy support is weak or sentiment cools down [8]. - Caustic soda: The futures price has strengthened due to the elimination of backward production capacity. The alumina industry is stable, but the caustic soda inventory has increased, non - aluminum demand is weak, and new production capacity is expected to be put into operation. There is a need to focus on policy implementation [9]. 3.2.4 Trading Strategies - Unilateral trading: For both caustic soda and PVC, before policy implementation, they are expected to be oscillatingly strong. There is a risk of price decline if policy support is weak or sentiment cools down [10]. - Arbitrage: Temporarily on the sidelines [11]. - Options: Temporarily on the sidelines [11]. 3.3 Third Part: Related Attachments The report provides multiple charts showing the price trends, basis trends, spreads, positions, warehouse receipts, spot prices, raw material prices, and profit trends of PVC and caustic soda futures contracts, with data sources including Galaxy Futures, WIND, Zhuochuang, and Longzhong [14][16][19][20][24][25][27][29][30][31][33][34][36][40][41][42][43].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - Gold prices are supported by factors such as the decline in the US July Richmond Fed Manufacturing Index, the increase in the probability of a Fed rate cut in September, trade negotiation deadlocks, global central bank gold purchases, and geopolitical risks [3]. - Copper may be slightly stronger in the short - term, but there are potential risks in the medium - term, as the current rise lacks significant support from increased positions and supply - side optimization [14]. - Aluminum is expected to trade in a high - level range in the short - term due to positive macro factors and low inventory, while alumina is likely to be strong due to a significant drop in warehouse receipts and macro policies [29][30]. - Zinc is in a high - level range, with supply gradually shifting from tight to surplus and demand remaining weak during the traditional off - season, but the Yajiang Dam project may bring some demand growth [58]. - Nickel's recent strong performance is mainly driven by macro sentiment, with the fundamental situation remaining weak, including oversupply in stainless steel and weak downstream demand for nickel salts [73]. - Tin prices are under upward pressure in the short - term as the expected inflow of Burmese ore and weak downstream demand persist [88]. - Lithium carbonate is expected to be in a volatile and slightly upward state, with active spot market transactions and improved cost support [101]. - Industrial silicon and polysilicon prices were affected by coal - related cost increases and macro sentiment, and the focus is on polysilicon warehouse receipts in the future [112]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs 3.1 Precious Metals - **Gold**: The decline in the US July Richmond Fed Manufacturing Index to - 20 and the 57% probability of a Fed rate cut in September weaken the US dollar and boost gold. The approaching deadline of the Trump administration's tariff policy and trade negotiation deadlocks increase risk - aversion demand. Global central bank gold purchases and ETF inflows provide long - term support, and geopolitical risks strengthen gold's safe - haven status [3]. - **Silver**: No specific daily view is provided, but multiple charts show price trends, spreads, and inventory data [4][6][9]. 3.2 Copper - **Price and Trend**: The current price of Shanghai copper futures shows a slight decline, while LME copper has a small increase. In the short - term, copper may be slightly stronger, but there are potential medium - term risks [14]. - **Fundamentals**: The rise in the entire non - ferrous sector is likely due to demand - side factors rather than the US dollar index, gold, or supply - side issues. The Yajiang Hydropower Station project may have a significant impact on copper demand [14]. 3.3 Aluminum - **Aluminum**: Macro factors such as strong US consumer confidence and the upcoming ten - key - industry stability - growth plan boost sentiment. Low inventory supports prices, and the short - term trend is expected to be a high - level range [29]. - **Alumina**: The current operating capacity is high and in surplus, but the spot market is tight. Warehouse receipts have dropped significantly, increasing the risk of a soft squeeze on funds. Short - term sentiment is strong [30]. - **Cast Aluminum Alloy**: High scrap aluminum prices support costs, but demand is in the off - season and weak, suppressing the upside [30]. 3.4 Zinc - **Price and Trend**: Zinc is in a high - level range, with the Shanghai zinc contract showing small fluctuations and the LME zinc price rising slightly [59]. - **Fundamentals**: Supply is gradually shifting from tight to surplus, while demand is weak during the traditional off - season. The Yajiang Dam project may bring some demand growth [58]. 3.5 Nickel - **Price and Trend**: The recent strength of Shanghai nickel is mainly driven by macro sentiment, with the fundamental situation remaining weak [73]. - **Fundamentals**: Nickel ore inventory is rising due to seasonal arrivals from the Philippines, and supply is expected to be loose while demand narrows. Nickel iron prices are stabilizing, and stainless steel demand is weak, with nickel salts maintaining a production - based - on - sales model [73]. 3.6 Tin - **Price and Trend**: Tin prices have risen due to the "anti - involution" impact on the non - ferrous sector, but the short - term upward pressure is greater than the support [88]. - **Fundamentals**: With the expected inflow of Burmese ore and weak downstream demand, the situation remains unchanged [88]. 3.7 Lithium Carbonate - **Price and Trend**: The futures price shows some fluctuations, with the main contract closing at 69,380 yuan/ton, down 3,500 yuan from the previous day [102]. - **Fundamentals**: The spot market is active, and cost support is strengthened. The market is expected to be volatile and slightly upward [101]. 3.8 Silicon Industry Chain - **Industrial Silicon**: Coal - related cost increases and macro sentiment have led to price increases. Attention should be paid to polysilicon warehouse receipts in the future [112]. - **Polysilicon**: No specific view is provided, but price data and trends are presented [121].

Report Overview - **Report Title**: Shanghai Lead Industry Daily Report 2025-07-23 [2] - **Report Date**: July 23, 2025 [2] 1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No industry investment rating is provided in the report. 2. Report's Core View - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology is about to introduce a stable growth work plan for ten key industries including steel, non - ferrous metals, and petrochemicals, aiming to adjust the structure, optimize supply, and eliminate backward production capacity. On the supply side, the operating rate and output of primary lead smelters have declined due to the drop in lead prices. Although the current operating rate of primary lead is relatively strong compared to secondary lead and the by - product revenue is stable, the supply of secondary lead is tight because of the shortage of scrap battery raw materials, and the resumption of production is slow. If the tight supply of scrap batteries is not alleviated, the output of secondary lead will be difficult to increase significantly, which will continue to restrict the overall lead supply increment. On the demand side, although the lead - acid battery industry is approaching the traditional peak consumption season, the actual situation is that the downstream is still waiting and watching, and the seasonal peak effect has not yet appeared. The overseas inventory of lead is rising, and the domestic inventory is rising slightly, with the warehouse receipts increasing and the overall demand slowing down. The overall impact from the perspective of lead concentrate processing is limited. The Shanghai lead price continues to fluctuate slightly, and the operation suggestion is to buy on dips [3]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Futures Market - **Prices**: The closing price of the Shanghai lead main contract is 16,850 yuan/ton, down 50 yuan; the LME 3 - month lead quote is 2,015 dollars/ton, up 3.5 dollars [3]. - **Spreads and Positions**: The spread between the 08 - 09 month contracts of Shanghai lead is - 30 yuan/ton, up 5 yuan; the Shanghai lead open interest is 101,465 lots, up 2,568 lots; the net position of the top 20 in Shanghai lead is - 2,632 lots, down 1,396 lots [3]. - **Inventory**: The Shanghai Futures Exchange inventory is 62,335 tons, up 7,186 tons; the LME lead inventory is 264,925 tons, down 3,475 tons [3]. 3.2现货市场 - **Spot Prices**: The spot price of 1 lead on the Shanghai Non - ferrous Metals Network is 16,725 yuan/ton, unchanged; the spot price of 1 lead in the Yangtze River Non - ferrous Metals Market is 16,910 yuan/ton, down 130 yuan [3]. - **Basis and Premiums**: The basis of the lead main contract is - 125 yuan/ton, up 50 yuan; the LME lead premium (0 - 3) is - 25.97 dollars/ton, down 1.77 dollars [3]. 3.3 Upstream Situation - **Production and Utilization**: The average operating rate of primary lead is 70.84%, down 7.03 percentage points; the weekly output of primary lead is 3.32 tons, down 0.29 tons. The capacity utilization rate of secondary lead is 34.15%, down 0.8 percentage points; the monthly output of secondary lead is 22.42 tons, down 6.75 tons [3]. - **Prices and Imports**: The price of 50% - 60% lead concentrate in Jiyuan is 16,096 yuan, down 124 yuan; the lead ore import volume is 11.97 tons, up 2.48 tons [3]. 3.4产业情况 - **Imports and Exports**: The monthly import volume of refined lead is 815.37 tons, down 1,021.76 tons; the monthly export volume of refined lead is 2,109.62 tons, up 223.33 tons [3]. - **Other Indicators**: The average domestic processing fee of lead concentrate to the factory is 540 yuan/ton, down 20 yuan; the average price of the scrap battery market is 10,135.71 yuan/ton, down 26.79 yuan [3]. 3.5下游情况 - **Consumption - related Output**: The monthly export volume of batteries is 41,450,000, down 425,000; the monthly automobile output is 2.8086 million, up 0.1666 million; the monthly new energy vehicle output is 1.647 million, up 0.073 million [3]. - **Industry Index**: The Shenwan industry index of the tertiary industry of batteries and other electrical appliances is 1,777.24 points, up 12.6 points [3]. 3.6行业消息 - **Tariffs**: The US Treasury Secretary said August 1st is a "relatively hard deadline" for all countries, and the EU trade negotiation is separate from the Russia - Ukraine sanctions negotiation. Japan's negotiation is progressing smoothly. Canada is still considering the electricity export tax. South Korea is considering making painful concessions to avoid being fully taxed by the US. Trump reached a trade agreement with the Philippines, with a 19% tariff on the Philippines, and the Philippines will open its market to the US and implement zero - tariff [3]. - **White House vs. Fed**: The US Treasury Secretary believes the Fed should cut interest rates and that there is no sign for Powell to resign, but if he wants to leave early, he can do so [3].

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided. Core Viewpoints - The chemical industry is affected by policies to eliminate backward production capacity. The market sentiment is positive, and commodity prices are rising, driving up the prices of propylene and polyolefins [3]. - Propylene is expected to shift from an oversupply to a tight - balance situation after capacity reduction, but supply pressure will increase as refinery operations recover, while downstream demand is also gradually recovering [3]. - For polyolefins, policies have a certain boosting effect on the market. Although production maintenance eases some supply - demand pressure, upstream and mid - stream inventories are rising. Cost - side support is weak, and downstream demand remains sluggish, with an expected increase in supply and inventory in the future [3]. Summary by Directory 1. Propylene Basis Structure - It includes the trend of the propylene futures main contract, the basis between East China and the main contract, the basis between North China and the main contract, and the basis between Northwest China and the main contract, as well as the market prices in East China and Shandong [10][11]. 2. Propylene Production Profit and Operating Rate - Covers propylene processing fees, capacity utilization rates, production margins from different production methods (PDH, MTO, naphtha cracking), and the capacity utilization rate of methanol - to - olefins and the operating rate of crude oil refineries [15][19][26]. 3. Propylene Import and Export Profits - Involves price differences between South Korea, Japan, Southeast Asia and China, and propylene import profits [31][35]. 4. Propylene Downstream Profits and Operating Rates - Includes the production profits and operating rates of PP powder, propylene oxide, n - butanol, octanol, acrylic acid, acrylonitrile, and phenol - acetone [38][40][43]. 5. Propylene Inventory - Consists of propylene factory inventory and PP powder factory inventory [61]. 6. Polyolefin Basis Structure - Comprises the trends of plastic and polypropylene futures main contracts, and the basis between East China LL and the main contract, and between East China PP and the main contract [65][69]. 7. Polyolefin Production Profit and Operating Rate - Covers the production profits of LL (crude - oil - based) and PP (crude - oil - based and PDH - based), PE and PP operating rates, weekly production, and maintenance losses [74][80][82]. 8. Polyolefin Non - Standard Price Differences - Includes price differences between HD injection molding, HD blow molding, HD film, LD in East China and LL, and price differences between PP low - melt copolymer, PP homopolymer injection molding and PP drawing in East China [87][94][95]. 9. Polyolefin Import and Export Profits - Involves LL and PP import and export profits, and price differences between different regions and China [101][113]. 10. Polyolefin Downstream Operating Rates and Profits - Includes the operating rates and production profits of PE downstream (agricultural film, packaging film, winding film) and PP downstream (plastic weaving, BOPP film, injection molding) [124][125][131]. 11. Polyolefin Inventory - Consists of inventory in oil - based and coal - chemical enterprises, traders, and ports for both PE and PP [133][138][146]. Strategies - Unilateral: Bullish on propylene in the short term [4]. - Inter - period: Reverse spread for PL01 - 05 [4]. - Inter - commodity: Long PL2601 and short PP2509 [4].